Order of Canada medal for auction
Published December 30th, 2006
The medal, awarded to noted Quebec historian Gustave Lanctot nearly 40 years ago, surfaced eight days ago on eBay. Mr. Lanctot died in 1975.
The Order of Canada recognizes a lifetime of outstanding achievement, dedication to the community, and service to the country.
As of 5 p.m. ET Friday, nine bids had been registered on the popular auction site for the sterling silver medal, with the highest bid posted at $590. Bidding is slated to end Jan. 6 at 12 p.m.
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